Dr. Erin Ash

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Erin Andrews-Ash, Psy.D., ABPP, is a board-certified rehabilitation psychologist at the VA Heart of Texas Healthcare Network, where she coordinates psychological assessments and interventions for veterans in underserved areas. She earned her doctorate in clinical psychology from Wright State University and completed her undergraduate studies at Michigan State University. With over 20 years of experience in clinical, academic, and policy settings, she has contributed significantly to the field of rehabilitation psychology. Andrews-Ash was a co-chair for the American Psychological Association's Committee on Disability Issues in Psychology and founded the APA Division of Rehabilitation Psychology's Disability Identity Committee. Her published works include 'Disability Diversity: Developing Cultural Competence' and contributions to the 'Oxford Handbook of Positive Psychology and Disability.' She is actively involved in advocacy work for parents with disabilities and co-founded the Disabled Parenting Project. Her scholarship includes over 40 peer-reviewed publications focused on disability identity and inclusive psychological care. She serves on the editorial boards of several psychology journals and has received multiple awards, including the Distinguished Contributions Award from the APA.

Research Interests

Experience

Chief Psychologist

— Present

VA Heart of Texas Healthcare Network • string

Coordinates provision of psychological assessment and intervention for veterans.

Affiliate Faculty

— Present

Dell Medical School, The University of Texas at Austin • Austin, TX

Contributes to education and training in clinical psychology.

Awards

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Distinguished Contributions Award

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Harold Yuker Award for Research Excellence

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Barry Nierenberg Lifetime Education Award

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Excellence in Training Award

Requirements for University of Texas at Austin

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:25
Reading
Required:25
Writing
Required:25
Speaking
Required:25
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution Introductory statistics course (grade C or higher) Volunteer or paid work in social work or related field
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Official transcripts
  • Professional resume
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Research methods syllabus (if applicable)
Specialization Notes

Department: Department of Social Work. Note: GRE is not required for the PhD program.